The 45 70 springfield book

The book also provides a historical overview of the. The first 92 pages are text and photos as described in the pictured table of contents. Only in the past two decades have collectors realized this rifle was an important u. I have 2 volumes of the the 45 70 springfield by frasca. These are large beautiful books that are loaded with information. Illustrated burgundy cover features the title in gilt lettering with a gilt illustration of a springfield. Manufactured between 18891893 serial numbers ran from 500,000 to 565,000 total production 65,000 guns. If you own a springfield trapdoor, or any other bpcr single shot, there is a wealth of information on black powder loading within this books 184 pages. David gillard writing in the daily mail, said, a compelling opera for our time inspired by reallife internet crime, while conceding that the overall evening was static. We have a brand new and greatly expanded fantastic 5th edition collector book titled the. Three new chapters have been added to this new 5th edition. The springfield model 1873, often referred to as the springfield trapdoor.

The last chapter of the trapdoor rifles serial number. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store. This edition offers new collectors the best information on the. A must have for any collectors springfield, single shot, or military rifle library. Jul 04, 2003 ex libris is northside richmond, virginias oldest bookshop, serving the community since 1989. This is a quite comprehensive handbook with tons of illustrations which will tell you if your rifle is all authentic as well as anything else you might have questions about. If you dont see what you are looking for in a particular category, please try the search feature. Recommend reference book for trapdoor springfield rifle. The 4570 springfield, 5th edition, revised and expanded, a. Parts that are incorrect can be replaced, returning the arm to both its historical and economic value. Allins breech loader development from 1873 to 1893.

Wwi, wwii, revolutionary war, civil war collectibles. We present the full edition of this ebook in djvu, doc, txt, pdf, epub formats. This excellent book is a study on the 18651893 springfield trapdoor models. Learn if your 45 70 springfield is assembled from the correct asissued parts. American rifleman guns of the spanishamerican war 1898. Collectors have long been hampered by the fact its years of regular service saw. I bought a 45 70 trapdoor carbine on a whim from a reputable seller, but did not really know anything about it until i read this book.

We do this to assure you are getting the firearm you want, by describing condition to you in person. To completely seat the bullet i would have to compress the powder 316 to. I bought a 4570 trapdoor carbine on a whim from a reputable seller, but did not really know. Black powder load for the 4570500 trapdoor springfield.

This is a detailed and thorough book about shooting this fine old warrior with cartridges you make yourself from modern components, cartridges that will duplicate the armys 19th century tack drivers. The entire book can be considered new mateial and the the information concerning post1873 production is a supplement rather than duplicate of what was previously presented. This chart shows that this rifle left springfield arsenal as found today with a bulls long range rear sight and in a hotchkiss stock that bore the swp. Volume was published by springfield publishing company of northridge, california in 1980. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. To view our preferred customer policy, simply click on the policiesdiscounts button on the left dont forget to type in the word discount in our search feature our books are sorted by the following categories, however, some books may fall into more than one category. Book ii starts with the development of the first allin breech loaders in 1865 and utilizes the chapter format to discuss each model produced from 1865 to 1893. Allin through the years of the 1873 45 70 and later variations of this action, this book reveals in text and fine photography the different models of the trapdoor. They measure 9 x 11 14 x 1 thick signed by the authors. Each of the new chapters contains a complete description of how each differs from the standard. The 45 70 springfield by albert j frasca robert h hill.

It also has the rich history of the trapdoor springfield and exactly how to use those old sights. Springfield made sporting rifles were normally half stocked m68 rifles or m69 cadet rifles because in the 1870s, big game hunters wanted half stock sporters with the thinner butt stock of the cadet rifle. Serial number561529 model 1884 this particular model of 1884 was also known as model 1888 us trapdoor rifle or ramrod bayonet model or model 1889. In fact this very gun was used to almost completely wipe out the largest land mammal in north america. Two inch tear to blank page at rear before flyleaf, otherwise nice clean copy. Walter crutcher and paul oglesby helped prepare all the technical information for this book. This is an ideal reference book, when inspecting an 1873 springfield rifle, found at a gun show.

Rifles including bolt action, lever action and rimfire. As a result i acquired a 5 drop tube managed to fit 70 grains of 2f with room remaining at the top of the case. Please visit the website and check out what the great folks who support us have to offer. Rare 4570 trapdoor springfield dixie collection 1975 book. The chapters were arranged according to fiscal year production and production chages during each year. The springfield model 1884 was one of the trapdoor springfield rifles. The 4570 springfield, 5th edition, revised and expanded. The model 1886 experimental carbine, and the model 1906 fencing musket.

Jul 19, 2017 shooting and discussing the historic springfield trapdoor. The model 1884 traces its roots back to the design of the springfield 1873. Army in both rifle and carbine form, and others, made by remington, were used by the u. In fact this very gun was used to almost completely wipe out. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Trade edition the reprint of 1980 reference work on the various models of the trapdoor springfield. Soft cover, 512 x 812 volume of 274 pages, filled with original illustrations, details, and facts. These are the perfect addition to any springfield enthusiasts library, packed with comprehensive information. For anyone shooting the trap door springfield, this book is an absolute must. Shooting and discussing the historic springfield trapdoor.

Until i stumbled upon the wolfs book, i had never been able to get a mint condition 1888 springfield rifle to shoot anywhere accurately. Nov 30, 2011 excellent book for anyone interested in the. It had a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second 410 ms, making it a powerful and effective. Apr 12, 20 i inherited the following 4570 springfield, with bayonet and some ammo. It is settled science that one cannot load 70 grains of black powder into a modern. The title of this book is loading cartridges for the original. Hill was an outstanding springfield collector, historian, researcher. I bought a 4570 trapdoor carbine on a whim from a reputable seller, but did not really know anything about it until i read this book. I had been loading 65gr of 2f behind a 500gr bullet until recently when i read book loading cartridges for the original 45 70 springfield rifle and carbine. Although trapdoor rifles were also produced, the 22inchbarreled. Locate 45 70 trapdoor in stock and ready to ship right now online. At this time, we ask you to call and speak to a salesman to purchase firearms. Book i and book ii frasca, albert j hill, robert h.

It was an improved replacement for the previous long arm of the u. This was the last model of the springfield trapdoor long arms. Find a wide collection of 45 70 trapdoor available for purchase now. We have several springfield trapdoor carbines and rifles, currently available. For anyone interested in how the frankford arsenal used to make the. Jul 15, 2015 pete rogers profiles the us springfield 1873.